Restructuring & Insolvency Senior Associate | London
Restructuring & Insolvency Senior Associate | London
Client: Leading International Law Firm
Location: London, UK
Practice Area: Restructuring & Insolvency
Level: Senior Associate
A leading international law firm is looking to hire a high-calibre Restructuring & Insolvency Senior Associate (5-7 PQE) to join its growing London team.
This is a standout opportunity to work at the forefront of complex, cross-border restructurings and insolvency matters, advising a broad client base and taking a lead role on high-profile transactions.
The Role
- Advise lenders, investors, directors, corporates and officeholders across a full spectrum of restructuring and insolvency matters
- Play a key role in distressed M&A transactions (buy-side and sell-side) across multiple sectors
- Support boards through financial stress and turnaround scenarios, including directors' duties and contingency planning
- Handle both contentious and non-contentious insolvency work
- Draft and negotiate key documentation including security reviews, enforcement strategies, administrations and court applications
- Contribute to business development and client relationship initiatives
Requirements
- 5-7 years' PQE in restructuring & insolvency from a recognised firm
- Experience across both contentious and non-contentious matters
- Strong technical grounding with commercial awareness
- Ability to operate in fast-paced, multi-stakeholder environments
- Confidence leading matters and working across cross-border mandates
- A proactive approach to BD and market engagement
Why Make the Move?
- Join a high-performing, collaborative team with a strong international platform
- Exposure to top-tier work across key sectors including tech, financial services and real estate
- Clear progression, strong partner support, and real responsibility
- A firm culture that combines ambition, flexibility and genuine team connectivity
To apply or arrange a confidential discussion please contact Louise Shearing
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